Name: Chaparral Trail
Rating: 4.4

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Chaparral Trail is probably the most technical trail in the park. It is a steep singletrack with lots of wooden steps and rocks. It is great downhill riding for an experienced rider with the right equipment.

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Local Club: Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay

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Aug 31, 2026: EBRPD and EBMUD board meeting agendas by email

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Land Manager: City of Oakland - Joaquin Miller Park

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4.4 from 18 votes

#3

in Joaquin Miller Park

#1180

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4.4 from 18 votes

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Mar 27, 2016 near Piedmont, CA

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Chaparral Trail

“This is probably the most difficult and technical trail in the park. ”

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1,323' 403 m

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298' 91 m

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